ST HELENS' streets were alive with colour as hundreds of runners took on the GPW Recruitment St Helens 10K 2024 in what proved to be another uplifting occasion.
Official data shows more than 1400 runners or walkers completed the course on a bright but chilly Sunday morning.
The course, which again started and finished at Saints' Totally Wicked stadium, saw streams of runners snake through St Helens town centre, up North Road and around Victoria Park.
Those elements were part of an undulating and arduous route, designed by the Steve Prescott Foundation to present a rigorous challenge.
The event once again drew club runners, groups of friends and fundraisers.
It was again won by St Helens runner Matt Crehan, who clocked a time of 31.08, just ahead of second place Jon-Jo Doherty, of Liverpool Harriers, in 31.09.
Matt had a very special spectator to watch his triumph this year, as his baby boy James was among the crowds.
Lucy Fairclough was the first woman over the line in 37.22.
All runners were cheered on by a large contingent of supporters, who gathered around the course, shouting encouragement and waving banners to create a special atmosphere.
Saints legend James Roby, who retired from playing last year, was given the honour of starting the run.
Roby described being a guest at the "feel-good" event as a real privilege.
There was also the heartening site of seeing Steve Prescott Foundation manager Martin Blondel helping to organise proceedings along with volunteers.
Martin was recently released from hospital after a lengthy stay for treatment on abscesses that were found on his brain.
Your St Helens Star will have more pictures and stories from the St Helens 10K online on Monday. There will also be a special supplement in this week's print edition.
Readers can share pictures or stories with us by emailing news@sthelensstar.co.uk
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